It’s been a controversial seven days for the ‘Great British Bake Off’, after Noel and judge Paul Hollywood faced a backlash over a photo they posted on social media, for which they were accused of belittling gay sex.

He said in response: “I am absolutely devastated if this caused offence to anyone, the picture was taken 14 years ago en route to a Comedy TV Shows Themed New Year’s Eve Party and a group of us dressed up as characters from the classic TV show ‘Allo Allo’.

“Everyone who knows me knows I am incredibly proud of the efforts of those, including my own grandfather, who fought against the Nazis during the war.”

12 Most Controversial 'Great British Bake Off' Moments

12 Most Controversial 'Great British Bake Off' Moments

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#BinGate

The moment none of us could have anticipated would be one of the top entertainment stories of 2014, Iain Watters made headlines when his ruined Baked Alaska wound up in the bin, which he then frustratedly presented to the judges as his finished product.